We’ve been building homes since 2006, and in that time we’ve had the honour of constructing some of the most beautiful living environments on Vancouver Island.
When we’re not doing that, you’ll find us experimenting with a fledgling coffee shop, building a floating tree in the middle of the Gorge Waterway and engaging in Victoria’s political conversations.
Ryan Goodman
Co-Founder
In loving memory
1981-2022
As the connective tissue between the heart and soul of Aryze, Ryan’s passion for urbanism and design was only outshone by his passion to make a difference in our city. He leaves a lasting legacy that will continue to propel our team forward with purpose.
Matthew Jardine
Co-Founder
Principal, Construction
For more than 18 years, Matty has been refining his craft as a master home builder, constructing custom living environments with some of the most celebrated architects across Canada. Serving as a member of Victoria’s Advisory Design Panel, Matty uses his years of experience to advise Council on the design merits of development plans and special projects throughout the City of Victoria. With a focus on progressive construction technologies, property acquisition and construction management, Matty provides leadership and oversight to the project management and construction teams and is intimately involved in each project delivered by Aryze.
Luke Mari
Principal, Development
With more than 15 years experience as an urban planner, Luke brings leadership and expertise to all aspects of Aryze’s development process, including site acquisition and planning, project financing, modelling and design, community consultation and municipal approvals. Luke is an advocate for diverse housing and works with the development team to advance innovative urban infill projects. Luke holds a Bachelor of Planning from the School of Environmental Planning University of Northern British Columbia and a diploma in Urban Land Economics from UBC. He’s also a Registered Professional Planner (RPP) and a Member of the Canadian Institute of Planners (MCIP).
Luke also serves on the Board of Directors of the Greater Victoria Housing Society.
Katherine Davies
VP of Operations
Katherine has a PhD from the University of Victoria and a project management professional (PMP) designation, and collaborates with Matty and Luke in organizing and overseeing the daily operations of the company. She serves as a board member for One Degree Forward, a Canadian charity focused on education, clean water and infrastructure in key Cambodian villages, and also supports local charity and neighbourhood initiatives.
Katherine ensures the business and projects are well-coordinated; manages Aryze’s procedures and processes; and safeguards and augments the efficiency of the company’s operations to facilitate accelerating development and long-term success.
Chris Quigley
Director of Development
Chris has an extensive and diverse background in real estate development. Over the past 15+ years, he has worked on projects throughout North America and Europe, including master-planned communities, affordable housing projects, brownfield redevelopment and specialty commercial/retail projects.
Chris holds a Master’s Degree in urban planning and design from Oxford Brookes University, an MA in Urban Economics from the University of Southampton and an Honors Degree in Geography from the University of Leeds. He is a chartered member of the Royal Town Planning Institute as well as the Canadian Institute of Planners.
Damian Clow
Director of Construction
Damian holds a degree in Business Administration from the University of PEI and has been involved in all aspects of high-rise and multi-family construction for the past 13+ years. His dynamic experience includes creating budgets for a wide range of concrete and wood frame residential multi-family projects, developing scopes of work, negotiating contracts and change orders, and using sales techniques to finalize trade contracts.
Damian’s construction experience, combined with multiple years as a competitive Alpine Ski coach, has shaped his skill set as a leading and innovative project manager and director. Damian knows that striving for efficiency, accountability, and the highest quality is paramount to a successful project.
Sarah Henderson
Director of Sales & Leasing
With more than 7 years experience leading sales and leasing programs throughout the city, Sarah oversees all aspects of the customer experience at Aryze as our Director of Sales & Leasing. Working closely with the Development, Construction and Marketing & Communications teams, Sarah ensures all sales programs run smoothly from initial project launch to homeowner handover.
Melanie Ransome
Director of Communications & Engagement
Melanie leads the execution of all marketing programs, as well as the community engagement strategy to advance developments through the approvals lifecycle.
Melanie brings extensive experience in developing and executing complex campaigns, bridging both big-picture strategy and detail-driven tactics. Working closely with the development and sales teams, Melanie ensures the engagement, marketing and communications strategies drive an efficient campaign through to project completion.
We’re on a mission to gather the best people and use our business to create healthy, beautiful places for our community to call home. Aryze is just that: a group of educated, experienced and skilled professionals working to create a new type of company; an integrated home builder, developer and urban planner built on a foundation of advocacy, innovation, and performance.
Best Advertising Campaign
Georgie Awards Finalist
Project
Pearl Block
Best Single Family Detached Custom Home Under 2,500 sqft
CARE Gold
Project
Better Not More
Shared with
Urbana Kitchens
Best Website
CARE Silver
Project
aryze.ca
Best Innovative Feature
CARE Gold
Project
Better Not More
Best Contemporary Kitchen 200-250 sqft
CARE Silver
Project
Better Not More
Shared With
Urbana Kitchens
Best New Home Design under 4,000 sqft
CARE Silver
Project
Better Not More
Shared With
Urbana Kitchens
Best Residential Renovation or Restoration over $500,000
CARE Silver
Project
In The Zone
Shared With
Ryan Hoyt Designs
Best Single-Family Home between 3,000-4500 sqft
CARE Silver
Project
King
Best Residential Renovation or Restoration over $500,000
CARE Gold
Project
Norfolk Lodge
Best Heritage Project
CARE Gold
Project
Norfolk Lodge
Best Interior - Residential over 6,000 sqft
CARE Silver
Project
Norfolk Lodge
Best Single Family Detached Custom Home Under 2,500 sqft
CARE Silver
Project
The OB
Shared With
Ryan Hoyt Designs
Best Residential Renovation $300,000 and Over
Georgie Winner
Project
Two Sisters (222 Dallas)
Best Residential Renovation $500,000 - $799,999
Georgie Winner
Project
Two Sisters (222 Dallas)
Best Townhome Development
CARE Silver
Project
Frank
Best Multi-Family / Townhouse Development (Infill)
CARE Silver
Project
Frank
Best Traditional Kitchen Under 230 sqft
CARE Silver
Project
G-Unit
Shared with
Thomas Phillips Woodworking Mari Kushino Design
Best Overall Marketing Campaign
CARE Silver
Project
Frank
If you couldn’t tell by now, we’re pretty passionate about the built environment. Reach out if you'd like to connect; the coffee's on us.